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The archive holds 15,570 DVLA vehicle safety recalls dating back to 1992. Filter by manufacturer, year, or keyword. To check whether a specific vehicle is affected by an outstanding recall, run a live VRM recall check for £1.99.

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  • 24 Oct 2011MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED CLSRef R/2011/116

    STEERING MAY BECOME HEAVY

    Defect

    Power steering assistance may be lost due to an implausible signal occurring in the control unit. The mechanical steering of the vehicle is maintained but greater input from the driver will be required. When the fault occurs warning will be delivered both visually on the vehicle display and audibly via a signal tone.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the electric power steering units.

    Vehicles affected
    316
    OEM ref
    P172
    Build start
    01 Nov 2010
    Build end
    30 Apr 2011
  • 24 Oct 2011MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED E CLASSRef R/2011/116

    STEERING MAY BECOME HEAVY

    Defect

    Power steering assistance may be lost due to an implausible signal occurring in the control unit. The mechanical steering of the vehicle is maintained but greater input from the driver will be required. When the fault occurs warning will be delivered both visually on the vehicle display and audibly via a signal tone.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the electric power steering units.

    Vehicles affected
    316
    OEM ref
    P172
    Build start
    01 Nov 2010
    Build end
    30 Apr 2011
  • 21 Oct 2011PEUGEOT EXPERTRef R/2011/141

    OIL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    In rare cases on the concerned engines a possible manufacturing nonconformity of the cylinder head may lead to an oil leak.

    Remedy

    Check and replace cylinder head.

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    ZBP
    Build start
    09 May 2011
    Build end
    26 May 2011
  • 21 Oct 2011MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED CLSRef R/2011/117

    PASSENGER AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY

    Defect

    It is possible that due to a faulty electrical connection and high air temperature only the first stage of the air-bag will only ignite and the second stage will not. This could result in the non-deployment or full deployment of the passenger air-bag. If the vehicle is involved in a serious collision it is possible that the passenger may receive increased head injuries.

    Remedy

    Recall all the affected vehicles and replace the passenger air-bag.

    Vehicles affected
    1,279
    OEM ref
    P173
    Build start
    21 Oct 2010
    Build end
    30 May 2011
  • 19 Oct 2011MAN Truck and Bus Ltd TGLRef R/2011/112

    UNINTENTIONAL OPENING OF REAR DOOR

    Defect

    If the lock operating mechanism is forced passed the unlocked position it is possible that the door could inadvertently open without the operation of the door handle.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the lock operating mechanism in the door.

    Vehicles affected
    263
    OEM ref
    SI 411906
  • 19 Oct 2011MAN Truck and Bus Ltd TGMRef R/2011/112

    UNINTENTIONAL OPENING OF REAR DOOR

    Defect

    If the lock operating mechanism is forced passed the unlocked position it is possible that the door could inadvertently open without the operation of the door handle.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the lock operating mechanism in the door.

    Vehicles affected
    263
    OEM ref
    SI 411906
  • 19 Oct 2011MAN Truck and Bus Ltd TGSRef R/2011/112

    UNINTENTIONAL OPENING OF REAR DOOR

    Defect

    If the lock operating mechanism is forced passed the unlocked position it is possible that the door could inadvertently open without the operation of the door handle.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the lock operating mechanism in the door.

    Vehicles affected
    263
    OEM ref
    SI 411906
  • 17 Oct 2011TRIUMPH DAYTONARef RM/2011/024

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    An unexpected stalling of the engine may lead a rider to lose control of the motorcycle.

    Remedy

    Improve security of the fly lead from the main harness.

    Vehicles affected
    431
    Build start
    16 Sept 2010
    Build end
    09 Sept 2011
  • 14 Oct 2011ALFA ROMEO 8CRef R/2011/138

    REAR WHEELS MAY LOCK UP

    Defect

    The gearbox assembly may fail due to an internal breakage inside the gearbox. This may cause the rear wheels to lock up.

    Remedy

    Replace gearbox

    Vehicles affected
    7
    OEM ref
    195
  • 14 Oct 2011MITSUBISHI OUTLANDERRef R/2011/099

    REAR WHEEL AND HUB MAY DETACH

    Defect

    The rear wheel hubs may come loose which will produce noise to warn the driver. However should the driver continue to driver the vehicle it is possible that the wheel and hub will detach from the vehicle.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the hub bolts and where necessary also replace the wheel hubs.

    Vehicles affected
    174
    OEM ref
    R3018910
  • 12 Oct 2011BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLERef R/2011/132

    PEDESTRIAN SAFETY SYSTEM MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The pedestrian safety function in the bonnet may fail to trigger.

    Remedy

    Replace the pedestrian safety sensor system.

    Vehicles affected
    520
    OEM ref
    0065480200
  • 12 Oct 2011ISUZU TRUCK N SERIESRef R/2011/077

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Failure of the Instrument Cluster printed circuit due to overheating and stress with the introduction of the gear change position in the instrument cluster of the easy shift transmissions. The instrument cluster lights will not function or while driving may fail

    Remedy

    Replacement of the instrument cluster

    Vehicles affected
    1,361
    OEM ref
    RW48
    Build start
    01 Jan 2005
    Build end
    31 Dec 2007
  • 11 Oct 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/137

    AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the drivers airbag nay not be of conformity. This non-conformity could lead to poor deployment of the airbag in the event of a collision.

    Remedy

    Replace drivers airbag

    Vehicles affected
    25
    OEM ref
    MMT
    Build start
    19 Jul 2011
    Build end
    19 Jul 2011
  • 11 Oct 2011CITROEN DS3Ref R/2011/137

    AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the drivers airbag nay not be of conformity. This non-conformity could lead to poor deployment of the airbag in the event of a collision.

    Remedy

    Replace drivers airbag

    Vehicles affected
    25
    OEM ref
    MMT
    Build start
    19 Jul 2011
    Build end
    19 Jul 2011
  • 07 Oct 2011FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD SCUDORef R/2011/130

    POWER ASSISTANCE TO STEERING MAY BE LOST

    Defect

    The wiring for the power steering electric pump may interfere with the edge of the left front wheel arch. This may cause damage to the wiring and a loss of power steering assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected so the wiring can be placed in a protective pipe. The wiring and pipe will then be secured in the correct position.

    Vehicles affected
    387
    OEM ref
    5561
  • 07 Oct 2011YAMAHA VMAXRef RM/2011/023

    ENGINE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    Due to internal wear within the oil pump the oil pressure may not be maintained this may cause engine damage and even failure.

    Remedy

    Check operation of oil pump and replace. If the original oil pump fails the check inspect engine internals and replace any damaged parts.

    Vehicles affected
    139
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2011
  • 05 Oct 2011BMW 7 SERIESRef R/2011/123

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

    Vehicles affected
    21,923
    OEM ref
    0013080200
    Build start
    20 Aug 2008
    Build end
    12 Jun 2009
  • 05 Oct 2011BMW 5 SERIESRef R/2011/123

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

    Vehicles affected
    21,923
    OEM ref
    0013080200
    Build start
    20 Aug 2008
    Build end
    12 Jun 2009
  • 05 Oct 2011BMW X5Ref R/2011/123

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

    Vehicles affected
    21,923
    OEM ref
    0013080200
    Build start
    20 Aug 2008
    Build end
    12 Jun 2009
  • 05 Oct 2011BMW X6Ref R/2011/123

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

    Vehicles affected
    21,923
    OEM ref
    0013080200
    Build start
    20 Aug 2008
    Build end
    12 Jun 2009
  • 05 Oct 2011BMW X3Ref R/2011/123

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

    Vehicles affected
    21,923
    OEM ref
    0013080200
    Build start
    20 Aug 2008
    Build end
    12 Jun 2009
  • 05 Oct 2011BMW 1 SERIESRef R/2011/123

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

    Vehicles affected
    21,923
    OEM ref
    0013080200
    Build start
    20 Aug 2008
    Build end
    12 Jun 2009
  • 05 Oct 2011HONDA MOTOR CO CR-ZRef R/2011/126

    UNEXPECTED VEHICLE BEHAVIOUR IF ENGINE STALLS

    Defect

    Under certain conditions if the vehicle is stalled it is possible the vehicle could move unexpectedly forward or backwards depending on which gear is selected.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to apply new software for the IMA motor Electronic Control Unit.

    Vehicles affected
    3,045
    OEM ref
    2011/05
    Build start
    16 Dec 2009
    Build end
    23 Jun 2011
  • 03 Oct 2011VOLVO CAR XC60Ref R/2011/135

    POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DRIVE

    Defect

    The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail. If the tensioner fails it would cause a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of drive.

    Remedy

    Replace the auxiliary drive belt tensioner.

    Vehicles affected
    9,936
    OEM ref
    R29245
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 03 Oct 2011VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2011/135

    POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DRIVE

    Defect

    The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail. If the tensioner fails it would cause a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of drive.

    Remedy

    Replace the auxiliary drive belt tensioner.

    Vehicles affected
    9,936
    OEM ref
    R29245
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010

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